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R961 DKG

1997 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

69,679 mi
Last recorded69,679 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Hilux120,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 DKG
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 69,679 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 66,989 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

inner sills corroded

rear valve bracket corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2014 65,138 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear bracket corroded on valve

Fail 20 Nov 2014 65,138 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear bracket corroded on valve

sill n/s corrosion

Pass 2 Dec 2013 62,341 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 62,341 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2012 57,503 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 57,503 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 52,289 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 52,217 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 48,327 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 45,937 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 45,937 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 41,972 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 37,395 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 32,637 miles

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2006 32,637 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 28,340 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 28,340 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Toyota Hilux?

Based on 1,500,658 MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
146,528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30,380
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,017
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,129
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,123
position lamp(s) not working 22,068
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R961 DKG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 120,134 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Hilux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R961 DKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hilux typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Hilux is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R961 DKG is a 1997 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 12 November 1997.

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